Description
- We’re proud to offer this fantastic early silver cuff with great aged natural turquoise stones attributed to Juan Dios (Zuni, c. 1882-1944?). It’s one of his classic designs.
- This handsome bracelet is constructed of triangular wire, a second layer of silver, and lots of filing marks!
- It features Blue Gem Turquoise (fracture as pictured) from Nevada. Additional damage appears to be a (solder repair as pictured). Priced at 20% less than comparable sales!
- The earliest Zuni maker of jewelry who can be identified with certainty is Juan De Dios, who taught his nephew Dan Simplicio Sr. and several other Zunis.
- His stunning and distinctive sand cast silver jewelry set with turquoise is highly collectible and hard-to-find.
- To view more great jewelry on this website, please click HERE!
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Bracelet Size
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6-1/4
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Circumference (Inside Tip to Tip)
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5-1/4″
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Gap in bracelet
(between tips) |
1″ |
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Height of bracelet
(at the front) |
1-1/2″ tall in center
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Weight in grams |
64.8
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Artist’s Identity
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Unsigned Juan De Dios, Zuni Silversmith
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Hallmarks
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None
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